Ever have one of those “I don’t think I’m as smart as I used to be” moments? I’m not just talking “mom brain,” either. I mean that feeling like you’re just not living up to your mental potential. I’ve felt like...

Since 2010, the affordable care act has been in the news for various reasons. First, it was how so many uninsured and underinsured Americans would finally have a chance to have adequate coverage for their families. Then it was how businesses said they couldn’t...

How do you survive a brutal heat wave when you don’t have air conditioning? I’m walking proof that it can be done! Read on for my top tips on staying moderately cool without central AC! If you haven’t heard, a good chunk of the US (including my home...

Unless you’re totally off the grid (in which case you wouldn’t be reading this!), I’m betting you’ve heard a lot about CBD oil by now! This natural remedy is all the rage, and for so many good reasons. Read on to learn a bit more about what...

Essential oils make a great addition to your first aid kit as long as they’re the right ones AND used correctly. Today, we’ll talk about the top 6 that you’ll want to keep on hand, plus when and how to use them. Before we dive into the best...

Going out to eat for a special occasion can be a great time, but if you’re on a diet, you might find yourself struggling to stick to it. With the variety of unhealthy options available at most restaurants, it’s important to remember that there are ways to...

As if plain old icky garden-variety lice wasn’t bad enough, nature had to go and invent super lice. Actually, nature had a lot less to do with it than we did. Thanks to decades of treating lice with pesticides, the little buggers have grown incredibly resistant....

You probably know that there are different skin types, but do you know what yours is and, more importantly, how to care for it? It seems that the majority of us do not know how to deal with each skin type. Most plan their skin care regimen based on what they think...

When your to-do list makes you want to go screaming for the hills and life threatens to completely overwhelm you, you know it’s time to try some natural stress-busters. Since many of us are prone to emotional eating, use that to your advantage and try one of...

Bumps, cuts, splinters—they’re just a few reasons why a first aid kit is useful to have. Every family should have a first aid kit including all the essentials you may need. When an unexpected accident or injury occurs, a first aid kit will be helpful. Here are...